China's first space lab module Tiangong-1has completed a 180-degree turn-around to prepare itself for the upcoming docking with spacecraft Shenzhou-8, which is ready to launch on Nov. 1st in northwestern desert area. China.org.cn and Sina.com present the 3D imitating process for you.

Tiangong-1 lab module is expected to perform China's first-ever rendezvous and docking with Shenzhou-8 after the spacecraft's launch. The rendezvous and docking technologies are considered crucial for China's manned space program.

Once China has mastered the technologies of rendezvous and docking, it will be equipped with the basic technologies and capacity required for the building of a space station.

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